39 SFTS was integrated into the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan in 1942 and the school operated at the base until 24 March 1944.

[4] The base was one of more than 100 similar facilities constructed across Canada during WWII, a major infrastructure project (even by today's standards) that provided jobs for communities still reeling from the Great Depression.

Another notable object from WWII is the large concrete structure at the east end of the apron - it was referred to as a "25-yard firing range".

The airport had scheduled passenger services in the 1950s and 60s provided by Trans-Canada Airways (now Air Canada).

Swift Current Airport has the following services: cardlock fuel pumps (accepting VISA, American Express and MasterCard) dispensing 100LL gasoline and Jet A-1 turbine fuel, 24-hour pilots' lounge with WiFi and washrooms, aircraft maintenance company (Craft Aviation), parking and tie-downs.